View of a Farm (La ferme de Valoux)

Alphonse Legros

Associated Names
Alphonse Legros

Artist, French, 1837 - 1911

The image shows a landscape with trees, bushes, and a sky. A group of tall, leafless trees is close to us, with detailed branches. The land undulates, leading to a rise in the terrain. The horizon is low, partially obscured by the landscape, with a hill silhouette visible. The image uses an etching technique with cross-hatched lines for texture. The color palette is mainly shades of brown and sepia. The detailed lines and limited palette create a contemplative visual impact, emphasizing the patterns in the scenery.

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Bibliography

1923

  • A Catalogue of the Etchings, Drypoints and Lithographs by Professor Alphonse Legros (1837-1911) In the Collection of Frank E. Bliss. Preface by Campbell Dodgson. London: Privately printed, 1923.

Wikidata ID

Q65214487

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